Came in for grand opening night with a few friends. Boteco is a new wine bar and tapas concept that should fit in great in this plaza, a welcome addition that offers class and creative cuisine in an area anchored by Twin Peaks and lunch-hours-only options.
Chef Rachel's globally-inspired menu features several dishes with Asian influence, from a trio of bao generously loaded with pork belly to a Thai crab "dip" with prawn crackers that riffed in ceviche, and more of a European influence in the bite-size Escargot Croquetas. The Avocado Crunch salad I ordered reminded me of gazpacho, would make a refreshing summer option on their soon-to-open patio.
Other than the eats, Boteco has a selection of interesting wines from around the world as well as a weekend brunch (foie gras benedict and champagne pancakes!) and a monthly tasting menu dinner ($65/pp). Don't forget to try a dessert: the salted caramel bundino was our favorite.
The service provided great information and enthusiasm for the dishes but unfortunately some fell flat, not matching descriptions or simply underwhelming. Will return once they settle in more, has lots of promise.